Algorand Foundation’s marketing chief resigns as new CEO reshapes leadership

The Algorand Foundation has lost another senior executive. Marc Vanlerberghe resigned on October 14, 2026, ending a 2.5-year run that began when he joined as Chief Marketing Officer in March 2024. By the time he left, his title had grown to Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer. That makes this more than a branding departure. The person shaping how Algorand pitched itself to the world is now out of the C-suite. His exit lands during a broader overhaul. New CEO William Herkelrath is reviewing the foundation’s initiatives and partnerships, and his stated goal is to make Algorand self-sustaining. A month of exits Vanlerberghe’s resignation is not happening in isolation. It follows the departure of Chief Technology Officer Bruno Martins, who resigned around October 9, 2026. Martins’ exit itself came after the resignation of former CEO Staci Warden. Her departure opened the door for Herkelrath, who took over as CEO on August 31, 2026. The foundation formally announced his appointment on September 9, 2026. The changes reach the board as well. Herkelrath and Alex Fowler joined it, while Rebecca Rettig and Michael Mosier stepped off. Vanlerberghe is not disappearing entirely. He has committ...